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Classical Voyages: Rome

Travel with us to the Eternal City with this wide-ranging playlist of music dedicated to, inspired by, and hailing from Rome.

WFMTAugust 31, 2022

Video: Young Artist Elliot Wuu Plays Essential Early Beethoven and Schumann Works

WFMTAugust 17, 2022

A Classical Music Aerial Adventure: Summer in Chicago

Associated PressAugust 15, 2022

Jon Batiste leaves Stephen Colbert’s The Late Show

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Vote: What Are Chopin’s Top 10 Works?

WFMTJanuary 25, 2024

We want to hear your take! Help us create a definitive ranking of the Romantic composer's greatest music.

A 639-year John Cage composition is about to have its next note change

Associated PressJanuary 24, 2024

On Feb. 5, 2024, another note is going to begin playing... this one will be relatively short; it will hang around for only the next two years.

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UK to host 2023 Eurovision after Ukraine ruled too risky

Associated PressJuly 25, 2022

The fate of the 2023 contest had featured in talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson.

Video: Violinist Julian Rhee & Pianist Xiaohui Yang play Mozart & Strauss

WFMTJuly 25, 2022

Violinist Julian Rhee is not yet 20 years old, but he's already an in-demand artist, with appearances with the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Madison Symphony Orchestra, and the San Diego Symphony under his belt.

How To Choose the Best Speakers to Listen to WFMT (and All Your Favorite Music!)

Mary MazurekJuly 25, 2022

Finding the best speakers for classical music can be a serious proposition. Don't spend your money without answering these questions!

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